Highway 103 Waterline

The City of Idaho Springs in Clear Creek County, Colorado, is soliciting sealed bids for a comprehensive Highway 103 Waterline Replacement project through the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System - BidNet Direct. The procurement involves constructing approximately 16,500 feet of 16-inch C900 PVC waterline, with extensive infrastructure work including hydrants, valves, tie-ins, new service line connections, erosion control, earthwork, road cutting and repaving, and up to four creek crossings under a Nationwide Permit. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 11, 2024, at City Hall, with electronic bids due by 3:00 PM on September 25, 2024. Bidders must submit a Statement of Qualifications and provide a bid bond or cashier's check equal to 10% of their maximum bid. The project requires comprehensive technical capabilities, including detailed geotechnical understanding, precise utility installation methods, and the ability to work across varying terrain conditions, with specific requirements for pipe installation depths, material specifications, and environmental compliance. The substantial completion date is set for December 31, 2025, with final completion expected by January 31, 2026.

The procurement does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must obtain multiple permits, including CDOT/County Right of Way permits, US Forest Service Special Use Authorization, and a US Army Corps of Engineers Nationwide Permit No. 58. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the project involves complex infrastructure work with multiple line items, including 10,470 linear feet of 16-inch PVC main, 6,000 linear feet of rock excavation, and 3 fire hydrant assemblies. The City reserves the right to reduce or increase the project scope at agreed unit prices during the contract duration and is not obligated to accept the lowest bid. Successful bidders will be expected to execute the agreement and file 100% Performance and Payment Bonds within ten days of the Notice of Award. All bids will remain subject to acceptance for 60 days after the bid opening, with the City maintaining the right to reject any or all bids deemed non-advantageous.